Chris Wakelin won the 2025 World Snooker Tour Scottish Open, defeating Chang Bingyu with a commanding 9-2 victory in the final, which concluded yesterday, Sunday, December 21, 2025, in Edinburgh. This marks Wakelin’s second career ranking title and first in a full-format event.
Final Match Summary
The final saw Wakelin, the world number 17, dominate his opponent, the world number 70 Chang Bingyu, who was competing in his first ranking final. After trailing briefly at 2-1, Wakelin went on to win eight consecutive frames to seal the match and the £100,000 prize, securing the Stephen Hendry Trophy.
Wakelin’s victory came after battling pneumonia in the week leading up to the event and dealing with family issues, making the win particularly emotional.
Tournament Overview and Key Insights
- Venue and Dates: The tournament was held from December 15–21, 2025, at the Meadowbank Sports Centre in Edinburgh, Scotland.
- Highest Break: The highest break of the tournament was a 146 made by Zhao Xintong in his second-round match.
- Notable Upsets: Chang Bingyu had a surprising run to the final, defeating high-profile players like world champion Kyren Wilson, Mark Selby, and Mark Allen on his way.
- Player Absences: Top players including Judd Trump, Ronnie O’Sullivan, and Ding Junhui did not enter the tournament.
For more detailed results and information, you can check the official World Snooker Tour website or the BBC Sport website.
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